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Assisted living costs in Darby average about $4,433 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 481 communities in Darby. Our detailed directory has 9715 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as New Port Richey, Spring Hill and Lutz.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of Watercrest Spanish Springs
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#1 thing we love about this place is that they have nurses! Not CNA’s that have taken a few day course, actual nurses that have been taught to care for my dad. Food is Not all that great, but has gotten...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Step into the unexpected at Élan Spanish Springs. More like an urban lodge or boutique hotel than a traditional senior living space, we offer a community that is stunning but casual — elegant yet comfortable. All of our residents enjoy a distinctive lifestyle of exceptional individualized care,...
Photo of The Springs of Lady Lake Assisted Living
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They are timely, and they have gone out of their way to try to help us. We haven't had any issues, and they have worked to make it a good experience and provide good care. They seem to have a lot of...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Photo of Salterra Senior Living at St. Petersburg
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
6.4
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87 reviews
6.4
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87 reviews
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After moving into the Volante of St. Petersburg my aunt asked why we didn't move her in sooner. She has made a several good friends at the community and she loves all the activities. In particular, my aunt...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to La Orilla of St. Petersburg in St. Petersburg, Florida. We're glad you're here! We are currently in the process of renovating and rejuvenating our new state-of-the-art Assisted Living and Memory Care Community. We are excited to show you all the wonderful features and amenities we will...
Photo of Westminster Shores, a CCRC
2323 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
5 star
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You have freedom to go and come as you please. You have to check-in each day by 10:00 if not they come and check on you. I think it's great you can ride to and from dinner. I would go back there if I find...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Enjoy active senior living at Westminster Shores, commanding nearly a mile of shoreline along Tampa Bay in St. Petersburg’s Bahama Shores neighborhood. Kayak, fish, or just soak in the natural beauty that surrounds you. Here, you’re a short drive from the fine arts and culture of St. Petersburg,...
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Photo of The Barclay at Pasadena
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Very nice staff. Gorgeous location. New owners recently took over and renovations are beginning. Most of the staff appear to have stayed on through ownership changes. My mom feels safe and secure there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Elancé at PasadenaImmerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of waterfront living at Elancé in Pasadena, where every glance out your window is a captivating scene of tranquility. Discover the pinnacle of luxury as you indulge in the lavish lifestyle you deserve amidst the soothing...
Photo of Angel Care Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Angel Care Assisted Living residents enjoy home-like suites . Our community is distinctly finished and decorated to be both soothing and easy to navigate for the elderly, without compromising on the homey feel we’re famous for. Feeling a sense of purpose each day is essential to quality living...
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Photo of Best Care Senior Living at Cypress Gardens
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Fabulous facility! Staff are wonderful the management is the absolutely best they make you feel like home ,if your looking for a caring and loved place for your love one this will be your best choice I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Hawthorne Inn is an assisted living community situated in the central Florida down of Winter Haven, Polk County. The lovely community enjoys mild temperatures year round, which makes it a great place to reside. Family members often enjoy visiting this region of the country because of the...
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Photo of Golden Pond
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I love living at Golden Pond, I’ve been here almost 3 years. My Mother is here she is 96 and she thanks God every night for the Pond since 2014. My Sister-In Law’s Mother lives here since 2015. It is home...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Golden Pond Communities opened it's doors to the Community in 1999. Additional building was required to meet the needs of the community in 2003. The Executive Director and the Community Relations Director have been at the community working together for ten plus years. Continuity of care is very...
Photo of Summerfield Suites
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
SummerField Suites Assisted Living & Memory = License #AL9339 As a dually licensed Assisted Living Facility (ALF) residence, we offer 24-hour assistance for residents with a wide range of needs but a strong desire to maintain their independence and dignity. Our residents receive unsurpassed...
Photo of Westminster Suncoast, a CCRC
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
3.0
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17 reviews
3.0
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17 reviews
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They are friendly and helpful. Sometimes it's difficult to find staff but I know they may be attending to other residents. Compared with other facilities I would recommend them. I hope they could implement...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Step into a garden oasis alive with orchids, butterflies, and moss-draped live oaks at Westminster Suncoast senior living in St. Petersburg. Our active lifestyle offers a wide range of opportunities for living well in charming, maintenance-free villas with patios and spacious lawns. Delve into...
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Photo of Serenades at West Orange
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
2.5
Review score
26 reviews
2.5
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26 reviews
5 star
64%
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3 star
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2 star
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The service has been great. My husband likes the experience. The price for one half day seems high. I recommend this facility because the staff seems happy and my husband looks forward to his visit.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Serenades at West Orange combines innovative, research-based design features with recent scientific advancements in memory care in order to emphasize the importance of personal choice in quality of life. Architecture, personal care and life enrichment activities have all been thoughtfully planned...
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Photo of Consuelo's Assisted Living Facility
10
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51 reviews
10
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51 reviews
5 star
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The place has improved my brother health and mental attitude in a short time. The Owner and staff are skilled and caring. He get a lots of attention and skilled nursing. At this point I give Consuelo's a 5...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Consuelo's Assisted Living is a resident care home located in Tampa, Florida in the county of Hillsborough. The city of Tampa is vibrant and pulsing with life. Home to Busch Gardens, Tampa offers Many exciting attractions for visitors and residents alike. Tampa is a city filled with cultural...
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10
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88 reviews
10
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88 reviews
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Lots of opportunities for outdoor walking or riding in a wheelchair. Bird watching and viewing outdoors. The lanai has a calming peaceful view of the community pond. Often Sand Hill Cranes visit and sing...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
In the process of upgrading and transitioning to an assisted living facility.
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9.5
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10 reviews
9.5
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10 reviews
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We loved this place. The residents seemed happy, and the activities were wonderful. My husband especially enjoyed participating in them. The care was good, and we felt comfortable knowing he was in a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
8.7
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18 reviews
8.7
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18 reviews
5 star
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Hearthstone at Leesburg offers both memory care and assisted living services. Our memory care residents receive around-the-clock specialized care, dedicated staff, and access to our life enrichment program designed specifically around our residents’ needs and interests. Our assisted living...
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Photo of The Austin House
8.5
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6 reviews
8.5
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6 reviews
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We are very grateful for the care and compassion shown to my mother at this facility. The staff has been kind, attentive, patient, and genuinely caring during a very important stage of her life. The facility...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Austin house is located in the heart of Red Rock country in Cottonwood, Arizona. We pride ourselves in offering senior citizen assistance and provide them with the highest standard possible. Our dining rooms are amazing, and the overview of the entire facility is so modern that our residents feel...
Photo of Loving Care ALF 1, Inc
8.5
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8.5
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3 reviews
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The friendliness of the staff and the value for cost gets a 3+. My mom passed on[name removed] but I still reach out to the staff for the holidays. They genuinely left a good impression on the family. They...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Photo of The Vineyard Inn
8.5
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4 reviews
8.5
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My Mother [name removed] passed away last Monday, she was a long time resident at The Vineyard Inn since 2017...During that time, she was treated like family by not only the caregivers, but the entire...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Vineyard Inn is a family owned, assisted living community located in the town of Largo, FL. The city of Largo is in Pinellas County and home to about 78,000 residents. Known for its beautiful Arbor Day trees, residents are able to enjoy tranquil Florida breezes in a year round relaxing...
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8.5
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8.5
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My DIL has worked in the St. Petersburg, FL area as a Nurse Practitioner in elder care for the past several years. She has visited 90% of the facilities offering long term care. When it came time for extra...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Residence Club At Seminole Residence Club at Seminole is a senior care home in Seminole, FL in Pinellas County. Seminole is a lovely community in close proximity to beaches, major airports and entertainment venues. Moderate temperatures allow outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy boating, water sports and...
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They always had 24 hour nurse on the floor. 3 nurses full time on 3 shifts. The food was mediocre but could have changed by now. The kitchen staff continued tried to make food to their liking. The activities...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
7.3
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6 reviews
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The Waverly just celebrated its one-year anniversary. It is a beautiful facility with caring staff, good food, and lots of bright airy rooms and balconies for residents and families use. The caregivers are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Waverly Assisted Living and Memory Care we invite you to explore thoughtfully designed Assisted Living and Memory Care residences tailored just for you.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Blue Heron
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Norma Family Home Care is a residential care home located in the beautiful and serene town of Land O' Lakes, in Pasco County, Florida. Our town has a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for seniors looking to relax and spend some quality time with friends and family members. We also have beautiful warm...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

Cost of assisted living in Darby, FL

The average cost of senior living in Darby is $4,433 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Hill, FL with an average of $4,261 per month.

Assisted living costs in Darby, FL, vs. state and national averages

Darby, FL
$4,433/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Darby, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,433/mo
$5,653/mo

Assisted living costs in Darby, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,065/mo
Studio
$4,324/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,127/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,175/mo

Senior living costs in Darby vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Darby, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarby, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,433/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,653/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,596/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Darby, FL:$4,433/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Darby, FL:$5,653/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Darby, FL:$3,596/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Darby, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Darby and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Darby, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Darby have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Darby, FL$4,228/mo$4,158/mo+1.7%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Darby, FL
2024 average cost:$4,228/mo
2023 average cost:$4,158/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,661/mo
2023 average cost:$4,519/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Darby, FL

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What families are saying about assisted living in Darby

Recent reviews for assisted living in Darby

Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Brentwood Retirement Community in Lecanto, FL

3.9
The community is very nice. I feel relieved knowing she is taken care of and is starting to get acclimated. I would highly recommend this community to others. The only thing I think could improve is the variety of food offered.

Darby review score based on 2,021 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 2021 reviews of 481 Darby assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Darby review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Darby review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Darby, FL481 facilities
8.1
Spring Hill, FL430 facilities
8.2
Tampa, FL471 facilities

Review subcategories for Darby assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 2,021 reviews of 481 Darby assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Darby resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Darby, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
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3.4
Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Darby assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darby assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Darby, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Darby assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Darby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Darby, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.9%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Darby assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Darby Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Darby, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.8%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.9%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Darby assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Darby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Darby, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.4%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Darby assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Darby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Darby, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.3%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darby assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Darby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darby, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.3%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.1%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.7%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.7%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.8%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
43.2%
48%
Dances
Dances
32.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.2%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.9%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Darby

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Darby protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

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